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Senior Project Manager

Customer Project Management; SPB

Type:: Full Time

Location(s):

Atlanta VERNOVA GA US 4
Greenville SC US
Houston(WWP)TX US 60
Remote - United States
Schenectady NY US

Date Posted:

Salary:

Job Posting Start Date:: 2026-04-28

Job Posting End Date:: 2026-05-06

Job ID:: R5040426

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Job Description

Job Description Summary

Our Senior Project Manager is responsible for the overall execution of a mega project or multiple complex projects with a key Customer.

In this role you'll ensure customer satisfaction through the management of project related activities and resources and is accountable from the signing of the contract to the finalization of all of GEV's contractual obligations.

Senior Project Manager representing our Heavy Duty Gas Power; Owns/influences budgets and operating plans. The role is guided by operating policy. Works with cross functional teams. The role has autonomy within the operational area or a segment within a larger HEAVY DUTY COMBINE CYCLE business unit. The role may have a major impact managing P&L.
High levels of evaluative judgment and operational acumen are required to achieve outcomes.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Stakeholder Leadership

Serve as first and primary customer contact for assigned projects
Lead customer engagement, negotiations, and issue resolution to ensure successful outcomes
Manage and align multiple internal and external stakeholders including customers, partners, contractors, and vendors
Influence peers and stakeholders to adopt alternative perspectives or solutions when required

Project Execution & Governance

Own end‑to‑end execution of mega, complex, non‑turnkey, and product / equipment‑only projects
Oversee project delivery for small to medium‑sized projects (relative to GE scale) that may include equipment‑only or suites of products
Develop early execution strategies in partnership with the ITO Commercial Manager and ensure successful transition into project execution
Conduct contract flip‑page reviews to ensure full alignment on requirements, scope, and obligations
Lead daily management cadence and ensure timely escalation of issues

Financial & Performance Ownership

Full P&L accountability, including Revenue, Contribution Margin, and Cash
Drive ownership and accountability for key project performance metrics
Align teams when trade‑offs arise between cost, schedule, performance, and risk
Anticipate performance risk proactively, partnering with Performance Engineering to mitigate impacts before formal tollgates

Risk, EHS & Compliance

Accountable for EHS performance within contractual obligations
Develop, own, and actively manage the Risk & Opportunity Register, including mitigation actions
Evaluate quality and completeness of information received and challenge conflicting or incomplete data
Utilize multiple internal and external inputs to support sound, risk‑based decision making

Technical, Functional & Thought Leadership

Develop deep expertise within project execution and/or technical discipline, serving as a subject matter expert where applicable
Interpret internal and external business challenges and recommend best practices to improve products, processes, or services
Apply understanding of industry trends to inform decisions and execution strategies
Influence policy and ensure delivery within area of responsibility, linking with adjacent functions across the organization

Operational & Manufacturing Problem Solving

Lead teams to develop creative solutions within complex manufacturing, engineering, or production environments
Employ advanced operational, engineering, and product management techniques across interdependent workstreams
Collaborate closely with adjacent functions to resolve cross‑functional issues and execution constraints

Team Leadership & Matrix Management

Provide direct or indirect leadership of project teams and resources with moderate to high complexity, risk, and scale
Support Functional Project Managers with escalations across functions, customers, and partners
Present project, business, or technical solutions to senior leaders
Influence without authority in a matrix organization to drive unified execution

Continuous Improvement

Champion LEAN principles and disciplined execution across project organizations
Drive continuous improvement in safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university
Minimum 10 years of Project Management experience within Energy, Construction, or large‑scale Project environments

Desired Characteristics

Must be willing to travel up to 50% of time.
Understanding of large-scale capital project costs and estimates.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and to work independently with minimal direction required.
Strong Portfolio Experience; strategic thinking and problem solving
Strong people management, team building, performance management, strategic and operations planning, process management, negotiation, and relationship management skills
Strong oral and written communication skills. Demonstrated presentation skills and ability to succinctly communicate complex messages results.
Strong interpersonal and leaderships skills to gain acceptance and buy in from other matrix functions to accomplish improvement projects

GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).

Relocation Assistance Provided: Yes

#LI-Remote - This is a remote position

Application Deadline: May 06, 2026

For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $154,800.00 and $258,000.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.

Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.

This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on April 28, 2026.

Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.

GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.

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